Hawthorne Berry, Crataegus oxyacantha

It is one of the most valuable herbs for the heart and circulation. The berries reduce high blood pressure caused by hardening of the arteries and kidney disease. The leaves are used for those with heart-valve disease. Has the ability to both lower high blood pressure and to bring low blood pressure back to normal. Other uses: angina, irregular heartbeat, spasm of the arteries (as with Reynaud's disease) and insomnia with a nervous origin. The Chinese use the berries as a digestive aid The French use them to treat dyspepsia and diarrhea. Also good for early stage of conjestive heart failure, angina and cardiomyopathy. Hawthorne Berry and Leaf are believed to have the same benefits.

Therapeutic actions: Antispasmodic; Astringent; Cardiotonic; Diuretic; Hypotensive; Sedative; Tonic; Vasodilator.

Nutrients: Amino acids, calcium, choline, chromium, essential fatty acids, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, silicon, zinc, vitamins A, B1, B2, B3 and C.

Drug interactions: Check with physician if on Digoxin.

Ingredients

Hawthorne Berry, Distilled Water, 20% Alcohol.

Instructions

Use 6-12 drops in juice, water, under the tongue or as desired. May be taken 3 times daily. Shake well. Store in cool dark place. Keep out of reach of children.